Blog - newhttp://www.bbgliartisti.com/en/blog-rome
Wed, 04 Mar 2015 01:05:59 +0100Joomla! - Open Source Content Managementen-gbHOURS AND VISITS TO THE VATICAN MUSEUMS AND THE POPE’S MASShttp://www.bbgliartisti.com/en/blog-rome/item/hours-and-visits-to-the-vatican-museums
http://www.bbgliartisti.com/en/blog-rome/item/hours-and-visits-to-the-vatican-museums
Hours of the Vatican Museums and hours of the Mass of Pope Francesco

It's useless to deny it, one of the most Roman attractions in the last few months in Rome is not the visits to see the Colosseum, and not the events that happen in the moonlight, however it is seeing the new Pope. After almost one year since his election, Pope Francesco has been able to increase the registration of tourists and the faithful, that not even an archeological discovery would be able to do. In addition to the fact that this Pope is a magnet for follower and non followers alike, as he is always extremely available, so much so that he often goes "off script" during his mass and in his comments. He is why so many want to come to Rome to see him and possibly touch him.

In this post, we want to make a point of the hours of the Vatican Museums in 2014, and the hours of the Holy Mass audiences. Are you ready? Follow us!

All the activities of Pope Francesco are listed on the official site, www.vatican.va . We recommend that you visit this site prior to visiting Rome to see the activities of the Holy Father, which are not listed only week by week, but they inform his faithful followers of his last minute engagements. Obviously, you understand why.

To meet the new Pope other than all'Angelus in the square at St. Peter's, there are public audiences. The Prefecture of the Papal Home regulates access to the audiences that are always free, but entrance is made only with an invitation. There are two ways to request an invite. Send a fax to 06 698 858 63 to the Prefecture of the Papal Home open weekdays from 9:00-1:00 pm and indicate which audience you would like to attend and how many participants will be attending, or you can request by ordinary mail to the following address: Prefecture of the Papal Home, 00120 Vatican City.

Regarding the Vatican Museums instead,you should know that the last Sunday of each month has free access.The last Sunday of every month is also the only Sunday where the Vatican Museum is open , along with the Sistine Chapel, not always open during the weekdays.

To visit the Vatican Museum during free entry days is quite trying, not just for the river of people that winds around the buiding in a long waiting line, but logistically we are speaking the way in which they manage the crowd. We personally suggest you arrive one hour in advance to entrance time.

From Monday to Saturday , from 9:00 am - 4:00pm, the Vatican Museums are open, with the expected closure at 6pm. The cost of the ticket is 15,00 euro, 8,00 euro ( reduced) for schools, 4,00 euro.

Here we have listed below, in an easy chart, the hours for the opening and closings of the Vatican Museum and The Sistine Chapel for the year 2014.

Author

Federica Piersimoni

]]>Sun, 27 Apr 2014 12:00:37 +0200Where to have tea in style in Rome:Babingtonhttp://www.bbgliartisti.com/en/blog-rome/item/where-to-have-tea-in-style-in-rome-babington
http://www.bbgliartisti.com/en/blog-rome/item/where-to-have-tea-in-style-in-rome-babington
Babington in Rome: Where to eat in style

For those in Rome who just can't give up their English tea,we recommend Babington, in the heart of the eternal city, precisely at The Spanish Steps. Exactly under the most famous steps in Italy, on the right ride of the stairway,is where you will find Babington, a noted tea room in Rome, and not only for its prices.

Let's specify, in fact, that this place is not for everyone, and it is not seen as a touristic hang out like other places. You go to Babington only to have good tea, to have brunch or have an aperitif. Consider the fact that there is nothing under 15,00 euro a plate.All can enter to have a look around, but few stay there to eat or have a spot of good tea,

So why is Babington so famous in Rome? And above all, what do they serve that is so marvelous that it attracts tourists that want to eat well in a corner of England in the heart of Rome? Read on..

Babington Tea Shop was founded in 1893 by Isabel Cargill and Anna Maria Babington, two British women from good families who came to Rome with the intent to open a tea room, when tea was still bought only in pharmacies.

This tea room today is a treasure to discover and to share with only those who appreciate its true beauty. Tea cups in porcelain, an atmosphere from the old days and a name that stands out: Babington is a place of history in Italy.

At Babington, you can order breakfast, an English breakfast that stands out, poached eggs, scrambled eggs with smoked ham, grilled mushrooms and tomatoes, in addition to toast with butter or homemade orange marmalade, cappuccino, tea or coffee.

You can also order tea ( the rest of us are here for this) , accompanied by some special and unique desserts, like : cupcakes,cheesecakes but also orange cake, apple pie and individual small cakes. It is no doubt, a place to try. Teas you have never tried before, because obviously, it is their speciality. Go and discover them alone :) It will be worth it!

]]>Sun, 27 Apr 2014 11:08:41 +02003 Day Trips to do in Rome in Springhttp://www.bbgliartisti.com/en/blog-rome/item/3-day-trips-to-do-in-rome-in-spring
http://www.bbgliartisti.com/en/blog-rome/item/3-day-trips-to-do-in-rome-in-spring

We confirm, Rome is one of the most beautiful cities in Rome, and this we say because we are a bit partial, but we bet that you think so too. Today , we want to speak about three places in Rome. Three places for three different excursions during your three day weekends , leaving from Rome.

In first place, for a Spring weekend, we put a trip to Ostia. Even though Rome is both a metropolis and a bustling city, just a few miles away you will find the sea. We admit, the sea on the Lazial coast is not as beautiful as the sea in Sardinia or in Puglia, for example, however we understand that. Still, we are proposing a day trip, not a swim in Ostia. A trip to the sea, on a hot day in Spring, means a fish lunch, eaten outside by the waves, folllowed by a cocktail watching the sun set. What else could you want during a vacation in one of the most beautiful places in the world? You can get to Ostia easily, even from the center of Rome, by public transport.ici.

In second place for day trip in Springtime, we put a trip to Tivoli Gardens. You can get to Tivoli easily from Rome, by a train that leaves from Rome Tiburtina and that takes only 50 minutes travel time, costing very little too. At Tivoli, you can see Villa Adriana and Villa d'Este, where you can have a great picnic in one of their city parks, or you can go to eat a plate of delicious Cacio and Pepe pasta in one of their typical restaurants. One of these, without a doubt is a restaurant of Alfredo.

A trip to Tivoli means to learn more about the history of Rome, but at the same time, to be in close contact with nature , thanks to the walks through both Villas that are offered to its visitors.

In third place for your day excursion in Spring, we would add , The Park in Appia Antica ( the old Appian Way). In fact, overlooking all the day trips you can do in Rome's center, this is a typical Roman trip one should do only during nice weather. You can rent a bicycle there, to better explore the long twisting paths in the Capital.

You can arrive easily at the Park of Appia Antica by Metro or bus, and once you arrive at the main park, you can choose to follow one of many paths. Follow your path and see how many things you discover about our beautiful Rome, things you never knew before.

Do you have some ideas of things you want to see during Spring in Rome? Have you already decided your next trip to Rome? Let us know in the comments section.

Author

Federica Piersimoni

]]>Thu, 03 Apr 2014 17:28:26 +0200SEE THE CHERRY BLOSSOMS IN ROMEhttp://www.bbgliartisti.com/en/blog-rome/item/see-the-cherry-blossoms-in-rome
http://www.bbgliartisti.com/en/blog-rome/item/see-the-cherry-blossoms-in-rome
The Sakura in Rome to the lake of Eur.

With the arrival of Spring, Rome incredibly becomes even more beautiful. It's almost impossible to believe that Rome can be even more beautiful than usual, but this transformation makes this city in Lazio, especially in this period, tinted in rose,almost becoming a painting in the open sky.. Today we do not want to tell you about Pincio or Villa Borghese, but a small place unknown to many, that every year gives us the gift of marvelous colors to see: we are at The lake of EUR.Eur is an area of Rome, mainly known for its work related zone. Here ,you will find many administrative offices for many agencies in Rome., however that is not all you will find. There are many large homes, buildings and structures, and to say they are romantic or pretty, there is just about little or nothing. EUR is distinctively different from the streets of Trastevere, from the green of Villa Borghese or the splendor of the Vatican. However , at this time of year,it is one of the most beautiful places in Rome.

You can find a precious and charming place at the lake at Eur. Here, every Spring. the Cherry Blossoms bloom, and everything becomes pink. The blossoming of these Cherry Blossoms ( Sakura), is what we are referring to, and like those seen in Japan. it is ideal for observing this beautiful pink flower. The flowering observation event is called Hanami and it is a traditional Japanese rite, connected with the pleasure of observing the beauty of these trees in bloom, above all these Japanese Cherry Blossoms.For those of you who cannot go to Japan this year, and don't be ashamed to raise your hands, there are many of us, you should go and make yourself happy with a little piece of Japan in Rome. You will find 2500 Sakuratrees, donated by the city of Japan which were planted in inauguration of the Walk of Japan in 1959. It's a walk you can still do, which will take you through twists and turns inside the lake of Eur.

One of the activities you can do here, other than the typical walk , is to recreate a Japanese atmosphere. To eat under the Sakura in bloom is a real, true tradition and here you can meet many Japanese people, that for them, this is the occasion to feel at home. You can see them having a picnic at the lake at Eur, and if you are lucky, you will see them dressed in traditional holiday clothing, the Kimono or Yukata.Getting to the lake at Eur is not difficult at all. Just take the Metropolitan B and get off at either the Palasport or Eur Fermi stops. Walk for a few minutes and almost immediately you will see the cherry trees in bloom. Send us a photo under one of the beautiful pink trees!

All of the photos are from the facebook page Hanami- Lake EUR of Rome.

Everyone likes Carnival, some because you can dress up as you like, others because its the occasion where you can eat all kinds of sweets without feeling guilty. The traditional Roman sweets are not that different from other regions. Maybe they have different names or they change one small ingredient, but for the most part, you can luckily find the same sweet treats in Rome, just like in the rest of Italy. Let's look at them together and make your mouth water!

Let's start from the frappe or fritters, the chiachiere or what we also call,ribbon bows. They are the most well known pastries of Carnival in Italy, without a doubt. Some sprinkle them with powdered sugar, some put normal sugar directly on top, some make them in the bow shape, where they got their name, others make them round or other geometric shapes. Without a doubt, they are a favorite among children because they are light, with sugar on top, easy to eat, even while you are on the run, dressed up for the occasion, or even in full Carnival costume.

Preparation. Take a pastry board a put your flour on it in a mound, with the center hollowed out. In the center space,put the eggs, the softened butter,a pinch of salt, and the sugar. Work the dough well,to a nice consistency but not too hard.Make it into a ball and let it rest in a cool place, wrapped in cloth for about an hour.

Cut the dough in pieces and with a rolling pin, roll out dough in thin layers, thickness approx 2-3 millimeters, cutting them in ribbons, forming some in a loose knot. Toss a few at a time into the hot oil. As soon as they turn golden brown, take them out and lay them down on paper, preferably straw paper to absorb the excess oil. Serve sprinkled with granulated sugar ( not powdered sugar in this case).

Another recipe that you just can't skip over for Carnival is that of Castagnole! ( more fritters)

Mix the flour with the eggs, the sugar and the melted butter,1 cup of rum, the lemon peel, grated, and one pinch of salt. Mix everything together well.Heat the oil for frying and keep it at the right temperature, without letting the oil burn. Using 2 teaspoons, form the small balls, drop them in the oil, and when they swell up, take them out and put them on paper towel to absorb the excess oil. Organize the fritters on a platter and sprinkle them with powdered sugar and cinnamon. And the game is done!

"After Christmas, it's always Carnival", it's said in Italy, don't you agree? This year Carnival comes late, it's not at the beginning of February like last year in 2013. This year Carnival is on March 2nd, but obviously the events don't occur all on one day. Lets' take a look together and see where and how many events there will be in the Capital.

Fat Thursday this year, falls on February 27th, Fat Tuesday is March 4th and we can't wait to embrace you and have you spend the most crazy month of the year in our company. Events, parties. markets and colorful and masked displays in these days, beginning at the end of February and the beginning of March, will have you running to dance in the streets of Rome. But more than these masks, which events are actually found in the city of Rome? Let's take a look at them together

On the dates indicated above, you won't find a single person on Via del Corso, at Piazza del Popolo, at the Spanish Steps and at Piazza Navona, without a mask , we are certain of this. Open air theater, strange characters , Harlequin , Comedy dell'arte masks will make you feel like having fun, among the shooting stars and confetti. Not just kids have a good time , but also the adults, those'who love to masquerade, but also those who prefer to not wear masks but enjoy themselves amongst the noisemakers and the colored hats.

On March 4th 2014, you can't miss the historic masked fashion parade of Via Tiburtina. The largest parade, more than 1 kilometer long, with many floats and masked groups, in a large show with antique and new Roman masks, those of Tiburtello,the beautiful Romanina, Rugantino, Dr.. Long Legs and many others.

A curiosity: Rugantino, which mask is that? The Rugantino is the typical mask of the city of Rome, the man of the people, violent but with a big heart, who always ends up on the side against the law and against power.

In Rome, on Via del Corso, performances of the Commedia dell'arte are celebrated, the masked parades, the celebration of the moccoletti, and the famous run of the berberi horses.

Every year in Rome, Carnival is celebrated on Via del Corso, a main street in the historic center of Rome, found between Piazza Venezia and Piazza Del Popolo. A true city prize, a horse ride, that is representative of the most important events of the Roman Carnival. Promoted by Pope Paul II , then abolished by King Emanuele II in 1874, caused by the death of a young spectator, crushed during a horse race.

Among the most romantic cities in Italy, other than the beautiful Venice, or the charming Florence,we are a little ( but only a little) bit partial to mention the city of Rome. Even with its easy going and always happy feeling ,Rome knows how to hide behind its ruins or in the glimpse of Trastevere, between the cobble stoned streets and the ivy on the red houses, leaving a splendid view.

The beautiful city of Rome, with its' marvelous squares ( piazze), like The Spanish Steps with its beautiful staircases, or Piazza Navona with its' fountains, gives a glimpse of its romantic seduction. But not only the squares, for when in Rome ,its essential walk and walk and walk,.. and to arrive at The Garden of Oranges, where couples go to exchange gifts and promises of love. Rome isn't just a city of views and walks, but so much more. That is , if you know where to go and you know where to look.Among these places, we will help you to free yourself of the decision of which trattoria to choose among the many Rome that has to offer tourists and Romans, for the very best St. Valentines evening. In fact, in Rome , you can find restaurants and pubs with amazing views and divine food. We will present three of the best Rome has to offer.Lets start now!

Imagò - Hotel Hassler

In the Hotel Hassler in Rome, you will find Imago'. The restaurant is positioned with a stupendous view from Trinita' dei Monti, from where you have a 360 panoramic view of Rome, from St. Peters to our B&B. The prices are a little high, we'd like to tell you before you discover this with your own eyes. All of their dishes are astonishing, from grilled fish fillets of Rombo with nuts, or pasta, thick with tomatoes, flowing like Mount Vesuvius, all thanks to chef Francesco Apreda, from the class of 1974 in Naples.

Ristorante Consolini

Near Circo Massimo you can find Ristorante Consolini, in the perfect location to pop over to the Mouth of Truth ( Bocca della Verita') after dinner, or to take a walk in the Jewish quarter of Rome. Baked pastries , custards and puddings, but also fish and homemade pasta., in a decidedly delicious surrounding.

Aroma

St. Valentine's evening in front of the Colosseum. No, not hidden or next to it, but really in front of it. At Il Ristorante Aroma , you will enjoy a marvelous view , illuminated on one of the most beautiful and special evenings. This restaurant offers diverse menus of fish, and excluding drinks, affordable.prices. But for one night, you can splurge a little, no?